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Brandon Bass vs. Marcin Gortat: Tale of the Tape

When Marcin Gortat signed an offer sheet with the Dallas Mavericks one week ago, nobody knew how the Orlando Magic would react...

Written by Alex Kennedy about 4 months ago 1,500 reads 6 comments
Trevor Ariza's Hard Work Finally Paying Off

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Written by Alex Kennedy about 7 months ago 477 reads 0 comments
Tracy McGrady Doesn't Believe the Houston Rockets Will Win the Title

Can someone remind Tracy McGrady that he is a still a member of the Houston Rockets?Despite missing 47 games during the regular season and the playoffs, you'd think that McGrady would remember which team was signing his paychecks...

Written by Alex Kennedy about 7 months ago 3,612 reads 10 comments
Thumbs Up Otis Smith: Rafer Alston is Perfect Fit

As soon as the trade was reported, the message boards and blogs went crazy. ESPN announced that the Magic had acquired Rafer Alston in exchange for a draft pick and fillers and immediately fans, especially Rockets' fans, bashed the Magic...

Written by Alex Kennedy about 8 months ago 270 reads 8 comments
March Madness: The Epidemic is Widespread

For as long as I can remember, I have been handed a bracket on Selection Sunday and told to fill it out. As a middle school student who knew very little about sports, I found the competition, and the chance to win bragging rights, fun...

Written by Alex Kennedy about 8 months ago 126 reads 0 comments
NBA Stars, Bump These: Recommended Songs, Pt. 1

Throughout Phil Jackson's tenure as coach of the Lakers, he has been known to provide his players with inspirational books on an array of topics. Usually, the books deal with something going on in the player's life and relate to the individual...

Written by Alex Kennedy about 8 months ago 519 reads 5 comments
Orlando Magic's Bench Torches Bulls In 107-79 Victory

When a team has six players score in double figures, it usually means that the starters and sixth man all played well...

Written by Alex Kennedy about 8 months ago 107 reads 1 comments
Jay Cutler Meets With Broncos, Bleacher Report Retrieves Transcript

Today is a very big day for Bleacher Report. Believe it or not, we were able to sneak a tape recorder into the office of Denver Broncos' coach Josh McDaniels during his conference call with Jay Cutler and the following is a transcript of what was said...

Written by Alex Kennedy about 8 months ago 617 reads 3 comments
LaDainian Tomlinson Restructures Deal With Chargers

After mocking comments from his general manager, a "doesn't look promising" update from his mother, and Drew Brees planting the seed for a reunion, LaDainian Tomlinson has restructured his deal ...

Written by Alex Kennedy about 8 months ago 110 reads 2 comments
Breaking News: Dallas Cowboys Release Terrell Owens

According to sources, the Dallas Cowboys have released wide receiver Terrell Owens. Owens, who is known for his controversial behavior, was let go by the team late Wednesday night...

Written by Alex Kennedy about 9 months ago 247 reads 3 comments
Suns-Magic: Shaquille O'Neal's Flopping Earns Him New Nickname: Big Hypocrite

"Cowards flop. If you're a good defensive player, you shouldn't have to flop. (Defenders) know they can't stop me straight up, so they act like cowards and flop." Shaquille O'Neal had these harsh comments for floppers on May 19, 2008...

Written by Alex Kennedy about 9 months ago 756 reads 18 comments
Derrick Ward Signed by Tampa Bay Buccaneers

According to sources, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have signed free agent running back Derrick Ward to a four year, $17 million contract. Ward, who spent the first five years of his career with the New York Giants, will split carries with Earnest Graham...

Written by Alex Kennedy about 9 months ago 171 reads 2 comments
Dear Jay Cutler, Come to Tampa Bay!

Rumor has it you're not too happy with the Denver Broncos, Jay. I can't blame you. The team fired Mike Shanahan after nearly a decade and a half with the organization before hiring a rookie coach, Josh McDaniels, whom you have reportedly clashed with...

Written by Alex Kennedy about 9 months ago 408 reads 8 comments
How Rafer Alston Is Bringing Hope Back to Orlando

When Jameer Nelson ran to the locker room clutching his right shoulder against the Dallas Mavericks, Orlando Magic fans across the country collectively held their breath...

Written by Alex Kennedy about 9 months ago 428 reads 15 comments
Superman Returns from Phoenix with Career Night for Magic

This past weekend, Dwight Howard was a very busy man. On Friday night, he coached the rookie-sophomore game. Saturday, he was competing in the dunk contest and pranking fellow All-Stars until 3:00 in the morning...

Written by Alex Kennedy about 9 months ago 99 reads 2 comments
With Jameer Nelson Injured, Orlando Magic Search for Replacement

When Jameer Nelson staggered to the locker room grabbing his shoulder on Monday night, everyone watching knew right away that the injury was serious...

Written by Alex Kennedy about 10 months ago 369 reads 2 comments
Dear Bleacher Report, What Are We Doing?

Dear Bleacher Report, I think this site is great, and I enjoy writing here. I really do. But one thing that always drives me crazy is how the "top articles" that go on the front page of the site are chosen...

Written by Alex Kennedy about 10 months ago 96 reads 2 comments
Twenty-Five Years and Counting: The Legacy of David Stern

LeBron James, Dwight Howard, and Chris Paul are three of the best players in the NBA. They will all be starting in the All-Star game on Feb. 15 and have their teams playing excellent basketball...

Written by Alex Kennedy about 10 months ago 238 reads 8 comments
Exclusive Interview: One on One with the Orlando Magic's Courtney Lee

Last March, I had the opportunity to attend the first round of the NCAA Tournament at the St. Pete Times Forum in Tampa...

Written by Alex Kennedy about 10 months ago 186 reads 0 comments
Deion Sanders, Bo Jackson, and LeBron James?

"First of all, I want to thank everyone for coming out here today. After having a long discussion with friends and family, I've decided to follow my first love," said LeBron James And just like that, James had the sports world buzzing...

Written by Alex Kennedy about 10 months ago 526 reads 12 comments
Nike's Role in the LeBron James Sweepstakes

What do the New York Knicks, New Jersey Nets, San Antonio Spurs, Chicago Bulls, Detroit Pistons, and Portland Trail Blazers all have in common?Each team has been mentioned as a potential suitor ...

Written by Alex Kennedy about 11 months ago 836 reads 11 comments
Kevin Garnett: The Big Ticket Becomes The Big Bully

Prior to joining the Boston Celtics, Kevin Garnett's passion and intensity made him one of the NBA's most likable players...

Written by Alex Kennedy about 11 months ago 2,180 reads 20 comments
Cowboys-Eagles Game Rescheduled by NFL: Playoff Conspiracy?

What would the NFL playoffs be without America's team competing? The league doesn't want to find out. Rather than keeping the Dallas Cowboys' matchup with the Philadelphia Eagles in the 1:00 ...

Written by Alex Kennedy about 11 months ago 829 reads 20 comments
The NFL's Biggest Surprises of 2008

At the start of every NFL season, there are certain things that are a given. Terrell Owens will dominate the headlines at some point during the season, Brett Favre will be behind a center when ...

Written by Alex Kennedy about 11 months ago 437 reads 14 comments
Is Your Love of Sports Out of Control?

Ever since elementary school, I have been fascinated with sports.Football, basketball, soccer, baseball; You name it and I played it. While other children were watching Nickelodeon, I was learning about the Buccaneers' nickel defense...

Written by Alex Kennedy about 12 months ago 362 reads 19 comments

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Alex Kennedy Article Archive

Brandon Bass vs. Marcin Gortat: Tale of the Tape

Trevor Ariza's Hard Work Finally Paying Off

Tracy McGrady Doesn't Believe the Houston Rockets Will Win the Title

Thumbs Up Otis Smith: Rafer Alston is Perfect Fit

March Madness: The Epidemic is Widespread

NBA Stars, Bump These: Recommended Songs, Pt. 1

Orlando Magic's Bench Torches Bulls In 107-79 Victory

Jay Cutler Meets With Broncos, Bleacher Report Retrieves Transcript

LaDainian Tomlinson Restructures Deal With Chargers

Breaking News: Dallas Cowboys Release Terrell Owens

Suns-Magic: Shaquille O'Neal's Flopping Earns Him New Nickname: Big Hypocrite

Derrick Ward Signed by Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Dear Jay Cutler, Come to Tampa Bay!

How Rafer Alston Is Bringing Hope Back to Orlando

Superman Returns from Phoenix with Career Night for Magic

With Jameer Nelson Injured, Orlando Magic Search for Replacement

Dear Bleacher Report, What Are We Doing?

Twenty-Five Years and Counting: The Legacy of David Stern

Exclusive Interview: One on One with the Orlando Magic's Courtney Lee

Deion Sanders, Bo Jackson, and LeBron James?

Nike's Role in the LeBron James Sweepstakes

Kevin Garnett: The Big Ticket Becomes The Big Bully

Cowboys-Eagles Game Rescheduled by NFL: Playoff Conspiracy?

The NFL's Biggest Surprises of 2008

Is Your Love of Sports Out of Control?

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